City of Savannah Government St. Patrick's Festival Info

17/03/2025

🚨 Parade Day Update – 4 PM 🚨

The parade route is now open to traffic, but please note that City Market and River Street remain closed to vehicles.

🚗 Parking Reminder: While on-street parking is free, please park safely and follow all regulations—violations will be cited.

🚶‍♀️ Pedestrian Safety: Stay vigilant and be aware of your surroundings as crowds move through the area.

🚔 Ordinance Enforcement: Parade marshals are still monitoring for violations. Make good choices and celebrate responsibly!

Enjoy the rest of your St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

17/03/2025

🍀 Parade day is here—but what’s happening behind the scenes? 💚

As the city comes alive in celebration, Savannah’s OSEFT, Park & Tree, and Sanitation teams are hard at work managing logistics, keeping spaces clean, and ensuring everything runs smoothly.

🎥 See it all in Episode 2 of The Countdown to Green! Now live on YouTube: .

17/03/2025

Aren’t we lucky to have you here?! 🍀🎉

Are you having a good time? We’re loving the energy—let’s keep it going! 💚 Don’t forget to check savannahga.gov/stpats to make sure you know how to .

Have fun, Savannah! ☘️✨

17/03/2025

🍀🚧 As the parade marches on and Downtown Savannah turns into a sea of green, be sure to plan ahead for road closures! Check out our interactive map with real-time updates on the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Weekend tab at savannahga.gov/stpats. Stay informed and enjoy the festivities! 🎉💚

Information and guidelines from the City to help residents, visitors and businesses enjoy the St. Patrick's Festival.

17/03/2025

🚨 Parade Setup, Parking & Road Closure Reminder! 🍀💚

As we prepare for Savannah’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, here’s what you need to know:

Parks & Squares Close at 10 PM tonight– All items must be removed, so our teams can prepare for the Land Rush in the morning.

🚌 No Motorcoaches – Out-of-town motorcoaches are NOT allowed in the Festival Ordinance Zone.

🚗 Move Your Car by Midnight! – If you’ve parked in the parade staging area or along the parade route, you must move your vehicle by 12 AM to avoid being towed.

🚧 Road Closures Begin at 2 AM on Monday, March 17 – Be aware of closure times and plan your travel accordingly.

📍 For full event details, an interactive map of road closures, and more, visit savannahga.gov/stpats.

16/03/2025

🇮🇪☘️ Jasper Green Ceremony & Pre-Reception ☘️🇺🇸

The City of Savannah and Mayor Van R. Johnson, II welcomed guests from Dublin, Wexford, Limerick, and Mayo, Ireland, along with high-ranking officials from the Republic of Ireland, at a special pre-reception.

Hosted by the Savannah St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee, the Jasper Green Ceremony honors the service and sacrifice of Irish-American military members—a tradition deeply rooted in our shared history.

We’re grateful to our Irish guests, local officials, and community for joining us in this meaningful celebration of heritage, service, and St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah! 🇺🇸🇮🇪

16/03/2025

🚨 St. Patrick’s Day Parade Weekend: Know the Rules! 🍀💚To keep the festivities safe and enjoyable for everyone, here are some key reminders:

✅ Festival Ordinance Zone Restrictions (March 14th - March 17th)
The Festival Ordinance Zone is enclosed by The Talmadge Bridge, MLK Jr. Blvd, River Street, Victory Drive, and Truman Parkway.

🚌 No Motorcoach Drop-Offs in the Ordinance Zone
Motorcoaches CANNOT drop off passengers inside the Festival Ordinance Zone due to safety and traffic concerns. Please designate areas outside the zone for drop-offs to ensure a safe and orderly arrival.

16/03/2025

🚨 Parade Setup Reminder! 🍀💚

It’s 5 PM, which means setup for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade can now begin in tree lawn areas—BUT remember the rules:

Chair Placement:
✔️ Folding chairs ONLY may be placed in lawn areas (not in Parks & Squares yet).
❌ No chaining, zip-tying, or attaching chairs to trees, poles, or structures. They will be removed.
🚧 Sidewalks and streets must remain clear—no obstructions allowed!

🏞 Parks & Squares Reminder:
The official Land Rush begins at 6:00 AM on Parade Day (Monday, March 17th). No early setups allowed!

No tents may be set up in advance.

Plan ahead, follow the guidelines, and let’s make this a safe and fun parade for everyone! For full details, visit savannahga.gov/stpats.

Information and guidelines from the City to help residents, visitors and businesses enjoy the St. Patrick's Festival.

16/03/2025

🍀 Ever wonder what it takes to plan Savannah’s iconic St. Patrick’s Day Parade? 💚🎶

Savannah’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is legendary, but pulling off an event of this scale takes months of planning and teamwork!

In "The Green Blueprint", we’re taking you behind the scenes with the City of Savannah to see how the parade planning process unfolds—from logistics to last-minute details!

🎥 Watch the first episode now on our YouTube channel!

🔗 Tap the link in our bio or head to YouTube: to watch! ☘️

16/03/2025

🍀 Spotted: Savannah’s St. Pat’s Spirit! 💚

The streets are alive with festive fits and energy, and we’re here for it! 📸 Keep an eye out for the Comms Crew Cam 👀 We’re capturing the best St. Patrick’s Day looks all weekend long! Feeling lucky? You might just get featured!

As you celebrate, stay safe, party responsibly, and follow event guidelines ➡️ savannahga.gov/stpats.

Tag us in your best looks & let’s make this a weekend to remember! ☘️

16/03/2025

🚨 St. Patrick’s Day Parade Setup Rules 🍀💚 Planning to secure your spot for the Savannah St. Patrick’s Day Parade? Here’s what you need to know before setting up:

🏞 Setup Guidelines

Tree Lawn Areas – Setup is NOT allowed until after 5 PM on Sunday, March 16th.
Parks & Squares (Land Rush) – Setup is NOT allowed until Monday, March 17th, at 6 AM.
🪑 Chair Placement
✔️ Folding chairs only may be placed in lawn areas after 5 PM on Sunday (not including Parks & Squares).
❌ Chairs cannot be chained, zip-tied, or tethered to trees, poles, structures, or other objects.
🚧 Sidewalks and streets must remain clear at all times—no obstructions allowed.

🏕️ Watching the Parade from a Square? Get Ready for the Land Rush!
Each year, parade-goers line up early and sometimes even sleep on the streets overnight to claim prime spots—but the official "Land Rush" is at 6:00 AM on Parade Day (March 17th). No early setups are allowed!

⛺ No tents may be set up in advance.

For the full list of rules and details, visit the St. Patrick's Day Parade tab at savannahga.gov/stpats.

Celebrate responsibly, plan ahead, and enjoy the parade! ☘️

Information and guidelines from the City to help residents, visitors and businesses enjoy the St. Patrick's Festival.